Plasma Haemoglobin

HA0104

Synonym(s):
Specimen Container

1.3 mL Paediatric EDTA Tube

Specimen Requirement
EDTA Whole Blood
1 mL blood
Gently invert the tubes several times to prevent clotting.
Specimen Storage/Transport
Send to laboratory as soon as possible after blood collection at room temperature. Do not transport by pneumatic system
Orderable as Urgent? No
Turn Around Time
​Routine: 2 - 3 hrs
Reference Value(s)
For ECMO cases, a result of ≥ 0.10 g/dL is suggestive of significant haemolysis.
Testing Laboratory Location KKH
Laboratory ​Haematology
Contact Number 6394 1373
Day and Time Performed
​Daily, 24 hrs
Orderable on CPOE? Yes
Downtime Form

63170-Form-1080 Haematology Laboratory Downtime Form

Change History Notes

  • 16 Sep 2024 01:00 PM

    ​Updated images, Specimen Container, Specimen Requirement.


  • 12 Sep 2024 02:00 PM

    ​Updated Specimen Container, Specimen Requirement and Image.

  • 07 Feb 2023 12:00 AM

    ​Updated Specimen Storage / Transport, Reference Value(s), Downtime Form.

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Last Updated - 05 Apr 2025